De Brug (The Bridge)
Decorative print/reproduction on paper or canvas • Piet Bekaert (1939-2007)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Impressionism / Luminism
Medium & Technique
Offset lithographic print or high-quality digital reproduction of an original oil painting; likely featuring a textured gel finish to mimic brushwork
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century (modern commercial framing/production)
Dimensions & Format
32 x 32 inches, Square format
Subject Description
A landscape or garden scene featuring a bridge, characteristic of Bekaert's focus on light, atmosphere, and tranquil interiors or gardens in the Flemish tradition.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good; visible retail labels suggest the item has been stored in a climate-controlled home environment.
Estimated Market Value
$100.00 - $250.00
Auction Estimate
$50.00 - $125.00
Provenance History
Retail manufacturing by Paragon Picture Gallery (Alabama-based home decor supplier). Distributed through commercial galleries or furniture retailers.
Art Historical Significance
As a decorative reproduction, it reflects the commercial popularity of Bekaert's work in the late 20th-century interior design market, rather than being a primary art historical artifact.
Notable Features
Features an official 'Paragon Picture Gallery' retail label with item number 6407 and serial number 0842338; secondary 'Assembled with Pride by Wanda S' quality control sticker.
Condition Issues
Possible minor fading of pigments if exposed to UV light; potential acidification of the paper/backing common in commercial framing.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep out of direct sunlight; maintain stable humidity. No active conservation required as item is a commercial decorative product.